Debate on the Issue of Philippine Annexation (1899)
Objectives
To apply understandings of motives for imperialism in order to evaluate arguments for and against the acquisition of the Philippines.
To analyze U.S. expansionist policies in order to draw conclusions about the effects of imperialism on indigenous populations.
Directions
You will assume the role of one of the individuals listed at the bottom of this paper. President McKinley will summon your character to the White House to give him advice before he makes his recommendation to the Senate.
Characters for this debate may be selected by you on a first come, first served basis. Please use primary sources, wherever possible, for your research. As with all debates, your character’s resume will be due. Your resume should include your position on the issue of annexation, your occupation, and a list of reasons for your interest in this topic. A list of references should also be furnished. You will need a 3 - 5 source works sourced list in correct MLA format. Neither your text nor traditional encyclopedias may be used as sources.
Resume Outline
Occupation - 3 points
Position on Issue - 7 points
List of reasons for interest in topic - 6 points
MLA formatted references - 4 points TOTAL - 20 points
Objectives
To apply understandings of motives for imperialism in order to evaluate arguments for and against the acquisition of the Philippines.
To analyze U.S. expansionist policies in order to draw conclusions about the effects of imperialism on indigenous populations.
Directions
You will assume the role of one of the individuals listed at the bottom of this paper. President McKinley will summon your character to the White House to give him advice before he makes his recommendation to the Senate.
Characters for this debate may be selected by you on a first come, first served basis. Please use primary sources, wherever possible, for your research. As with all debates, your character’s resume will be due. Your resume should include your position on the issue of annexation, your occupation, and a list of reasons for your interest in this topic. A list of references should also be furnished. You will need a 3 - 5 source works sourced list in correct MLA format. Neither your text nor traditional encyclopedias may be used as sources.
Resume Outline
Occupation - 3 points
Position on Issue - 7 points
List of reasons for interest in topic - 6 points
MLA formatted references - 4 points
TOTAL - 20 points